Howard Stern Replaces Piers Morgan
Posted by Jason on 10, January 2012 with No Comments
We are proud to announced that Howard Stern, American radio personality, television host and author, will serve as the new judge on the top-rated summer alternative series “America’s Got Talent.”
Stern will provide his feedback on the colorful array of hopeful future stars who are currently auditioning in major cities around the country for the show’s upcoming seventh season.
The announcement was made by Paul Telegdy, President, Alternative and Late Night Programming, NBC.
“Howard Stern’s larger-than-life personality will bring a thrilling new dynamic to ‘America’s Got Talent’ starting this summer,” said Telegdy. “He’s a proven innovator and his track record in broadcasting is truly remarkable. Howard is very passionate about this show and is fully committed to its future success.”
Here are some of the reactions on Twitter following the announcement:
“We officially cannot wait for AGT!”
“Nice! Just heard about @HowardStern. THRILLED he is the new judge on America’s Got Talent! Just became appointment TV. He’ll be amazing!”
-Neil Patrick Harris, @ActuallyNPH
“[Howard Stern is] bound to add a lot of sharp humor and, I’m wagering, a great deal of acute critical observation along with his trademark sarcasm.”
-Ken Tucker, EW.com
“Congrats to @HowardStern on landing my #AmericasGotTalent judging gig – he’ll be outrageous, hilarious, dangerous & brilliant. Can’t wait.”
-Piers Morgan, @piersmorgan
“Landing Stern is a major coup for the show.”
-Kimberly Potts, MSN Entertainment
“Psyched that @HowardStern is joining the nbc family. #OMG.”
-Andy Cohen, @BravoAndy
“…the general consensus is that having him on “America’s Got Talent” is a great move for the show.”
-Brian Phares, MTV
“…but you have to remember, he is talented in his own right, and will judge jugglers, comedians, weird acts, contortionists, ventriloquists, sword swallowers and singing martians. Perfect fit, don’t you think?”
-Ruthy Ferrera, Examiner.com
